Equipment Operator Journeyman (Port Fourchon)

Kiewit • Golden Meadow, LA

2d

About The Position

Operate one or several types of powered construction equipment to excavate, move, and/or grade material. The role supports maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way, including work involving loading, hauling, dumping, grading, and spreading materials. The operator may also train employees in safe equipment and tool use and inspect work for compliance with contract plans and specifications.

Requirements

• May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Strong working knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
• Proficiency in the safe and efficient use of electrical tools, hand tools, power tools, layout tools, and measurement tools.
• Ability to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools.
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces, which may exceed 200 feet.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by workload.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and heavy equipment while maintaining and repairing roads and rights-of-way, including loading, hauling, and dumping on surfaces ranging from smooth to extremely rough.
• Load gravel, dirt, and sand; smooth and grade roads; and spread rock and gravel.
• Trench and construct ditches for culverts, water pipes, and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
• Check and maintain equipment fluid levels and lubrication.
• May instruct and train employees in safe construction equipment and tool operation, job techniques, and skills.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify errors, problems, or defects.
• Estimate sizes, distances, and quantities, and determine time, costs, resources, or materials needed for work activities.
• Inspect subordinate employees’ work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, identify deficiencies, and explain and take corrective action.
• Observe and comply with safety and project rules; perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED